Lead Line Replacement Grants & Funding
Beginning in January 2023
A a new state law bans partially replacing lead service lines. Instead, a lead service line must always be completely replaced. This means both the private and public side. The following programs are designed to meet this new requirement.
LSLR Loans
Municipalities apply for these loans and then may coordinate with homeowners to handle the private-side replacement; the homeowner benefit is that the municipality secures favorable terms and reduces or eliminates homeowner cost.
🔗 More info: Illinois EPA – Lead Service Line Replacement (LSLR) Loans
Equity Lead Service Line Replacement Program (E-LSLR):
Free full replacement for eligible 1–2 unit, owner-occupied homes under income limits.Homeowner-Initiated Program:
City waives permit fees (up to ~$3,100–$5,000) when you replace your line.
City reconnects to the water main and provides a meter if needed.Licensed Daycare Facility Program:
Free replacement for qualifying daycares in high-risk areas. – More InfoBlock Long Replacement.
As the Department of Water Management performs scheduled maintenance on aging water and sewer mains, it may be necessary to replace any lead service lines impacted by that work. This work will be done for free.
To see if you qualify for these programs start here.
- City Coordination: City is building its replacement plan and will coordinate work and contact impacted owners as lines are scheduled. (No published resident rebate yet.) Des Plaines
- Background: City estimating significant system-wide costs; details evolving. journal-topics.com
- Not sure what kind of pipes you have? Call Public Works at 847-391-5464 to schedule an inspection. Have questions? Email public works at publicworks@desplainesil.gov.
The Village Board approved a 50 / 50 cost-sharing program for homeowners replacing the private side of a lead water service line (from the buffalo‐box to the home). Get more info.
The Village budgeted $2.4 million over 2022-2025 to complete its inventory of public and private lead service lines, begin replacements of public portions, and launch outreach & education. Get More Info
Homes built after 1959 within Glenview’s corporate limits typically do not have lead service lines (the lead service line ban dates from that year). However, older homes and those annexed later may still be at risk. Glenview+1
Homeowner action: If you suspect your home has a lead service, contact the Village to schedule an inspection of your service line material. Glenview
🔗 https://www.glenview.il.us/lead-services
➡️ We’ll help verify eligibility, assist you with the cost-share application, and coordinate the replacement process.
Permit Fee Waiver: Village waives permit fees for lead line replacement.
Public Right-of-Way Restoration Included:
Village restores sidewalks/parkways where they replace their portion.
🔗 https://www.mortongroveil.org/government/lead-service-lines
➡️ We coordinate with the Village on both public and private sides.
No-Cost Pilot Program:
Village replacing over 300 full lead services at no cost for homeowners in selected areas.Includes public and private portions during leak repairs or projects.
🔗 – Source- ➡️ Ask us to confirm if your home qualifies.
Cost-Share Program Available:
Village pays 100% of public side (main → b-box)
Village pays 50% up to $5,000 of private side (b-box → house)
First-come-first-served based on budget
🔗 https://www.northbrook.il.us/lead
➡️ We handle applications, permitting, and replacement.
City is working toward full lead service line compliance under Illinois law.
No active rebate or grant program posted yet.
🔗 https://www.parkridge.us/topic/subtopic.php?topicid=340
➡️ We can help confirm any emerging assistance and coordinate with Public Works.
Village publishes general water quality and contact details.
Program details continue to develop as state compliance progresses.
🔗 https://rosemont.com/departments/public-works/
➡️ No public cost-share posted — we help residents confirm available assistance.
Village Project Areas:
Village pays 50% of private side
15-year payment plan available at ~1% interest
Village pays public-side portion
Owner-Initiated Replacement:
Owner covers private side cost; Village replaces public side within required timeframe
🔗 https://www.skokie.org/1112/Lead-Service-Lines
➡️ We’ll check if your street is on the Village project schedule.
Replacement included in Village water system upgrades and capital programs.
Residential incentives currently not published.
🔗 https://www.wheelingil.gov/
➡️ Contact us — we’ll guide you through options and ordinance requirements.
Village has approved a 10-year plan to remove all lead services.
Funding and grant structure being developed.
🔗 https://www.wilmette.com/water/lead-service-lines/
➡️ No posted homeowner cost-share yet — we help you navigate information as it updates.
Worried you might have a lead line?
We make the entire process simple.
Step 1 — Free inspection & confirmation.
Step 2 — We check your village funding eligibility.
Step 3 — Fast, lead service line replacement with minimal disruption.
Protect your water and your home — schedule a free inspection today.